Skate sizes are available in children’s size 8 through men’s size 15. All skates are men’s hockey skate sizing. Sizing one size down from a normal men’s street shoe should get you the optimal, snug fit. For more information on finding your exact size, check out this sizing guide.

Locker space is available in the Centier Bank Commons. Lockers come in two sizes (19.7” deep x 12.8” wide x 14.4″ tall and 19.7” deep x 12.8” wide x 24” tall), with the largest size able to accommodate a family. Lockers are $2 per hour for the regular size and $3 per hour for the jumbo size (or free for season pass holders by scanning the barcode on the front of their season pass). Cubbies under benches are also available, but items left here are unattended. (Howard Park/VPA is not responsible for lost or stolen items)

We offer private rentals of the ice pond or trail during non-public skate hours. Fill out our contact form here to request more information.

We have two (2) skate assist sled is available for use by skaters with physical disabilities and their companion skater.  

Unfortunately, skate sharpening is not available onsite. 

If our website says we are sold out, we are unfortunately sold out. Due to the safety of our guests, we have a limited number of skaters that we can have on the ice for each session. If your desired skating session is sold out, please try to reserve another day!

If your skate session does not appear online or there is no message that we are sold out, please contact the Howard Park front desk at 574.299.4765.

If you need to make a change to your current reservation, you can log into your Customer Terminal from your confirmation email to make any changes or send our staff a note.

We would love for you to host your event with us at Howard Park. Event details can be found here or by calling our team at 574-299-4765.

The Zamboni will typically resurface the ice every 80 minutes (weather-dependent) and will take 40 minutes to complete.

Regular Zamboni Run Times:

• Monday – Thursday: 5:20PM – 6:00PM
• Friday: 5:20PM – 6:00PM, 7:20PM – 8:00PM
• Saturday: 11:20AM – 12:00PM, 1:20PM – 2:00PM, 3:20PM – 4:00PM, 5:20PM – 6:00PM, 7:20PM – 8:00PM
• Sunday: 1:20PM – 2:00PM, 3:20PM – 4:00PM, 5:20PM – 6:00PM

Parking is available along the street or in the Zion Church parking lot.

Yes, we are excited to be able to offer introductory skating lessons for anyone 3 years old and older. All classes will take place on the Tire Rack Ice Pond.  Click here for more information.

We have a limited amount of skate assists for children. Ask any staff member for details. 

If the weather isn’t looking great for your skating session you do have the option to reschedule for a different day and time in your Customer Terminal. If you want to wait it out, we will notify all guests via email at least one hour prior to your scheduled skating session if your session will be cancelled.

No. Only guests who are ice skating will need to make a reservation. Those who are not ice skating can enjoy the park.

The Family Season Pass is valid for 2 named adults living in the same household and up to 6 of their dependent children under the age of 18.

Yes. Private ice rental is available on specific days and times, outside of open skating hours. For pricing and availability, please fill out a reservation inquiry.